Introduction to Teaching at Penn

Introduction to Teaching at Penn is a program designed to support faculty who are teaching their first Penn classes. Appropriate for both experienced and novice teachers, the program orients new faculty to some of the specifics related to teaching at Penn—including resources, policies, and relevant support offices— as well as how to design their classes to facilitate student learning.  

This program includes: 

• One-on-one summer consultations with CETLI staff. 

• A short online course that prepares new instructors to design courses that help students learn. 

• An opportunity to observe experienced faculty teaching and reflect on what you see. 

• In-person meetings during the semester with other new faculty. This is an opportunity to build community with peers and get support for your teaching needs during your first semester teaching at Penn.   

New faculty may participate in all of these offerings or attend only the events that best serve their needs.